The Journey to a Little One to Call Our Own

One gal's experiences dealing with IF, pregnancy, the birth of our first son, parenthood, and doing it all over again with our second son... here is our journey.

Saturday, May 26, 2012

The Results Are In

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I can't quite believe it. You know, actually, yes, I can. I just had this feeling all week... I knew I was pregnant. I could feel it. I've been having some symptoms (I'll save for another post), and just "felt" pregnant. But, as much as I thought I was pregnant, seeing a positive test still can put a girl into shock.

I woke up at 7:00 a.m., and pondered taking a test. Who was I kidding... I knew I would test. So I walked into our master bath, took out a cheapy test (I had this all planned out - if the cheap one showed negative, I would take another, better one anyway to "prove" it). I peed in a cup, dipped the stick, and waited. After two minutes of washing my face, I glanced down and saw the dark control line. My initial thought was, "Crap. Negative," but my sleepy eyes did a double-take. Another beautiful, lighter pink line was present, too.

I quickly dipped a FR.ER, and within seconds... the same result. Pregnant, but a fairly light test line.

So, ladies, I decided to go big or go home. I busted out the CB Digital, and literally, within 15 seconds, the most beautiful word was staring me back in the face.

I grabbed the digital and hopped back into bed with Mr. D. He rolled over and said, "Good Morning," with his eyes still closed.

"LOOK AT THIS!" I said, much more loudly.

He grabbed the test, stared at it, looked at me, looked back at the test, looked at me again, and said, "Is this thing for real?"

I guess that's what I get for shoving a positive HPT in his face at 7 a.m. on a weekend when we are supposed to be sleeping in.

I am so incredibly happy and know that this is just step one of many, many, many hurdles and milestones to reach. I can't help but reflect on my miscarriage - how excited we were to receive the positive result, not thinking that it could all be taken away. For now, all I can do is be excited and patient as I take care of this little bean. Please continue to be sticky, little one!

If you know me IRL, please keep this secret... we are not going to be telling ANYONE in our lives anytime soon. Thank you for respecting us :)

Our First Born

Our Second Born

How It All Began...

About Me

Mr. D and I were married in 2006, and my last BCP was in December 2008. After starting to attempt to conceive, all we experienced were: ovulation predictor kits, pee-sticks, heartache, a miscarriage, charts showing temp trends, Clomid, Clomid, and more Clomid, various medical procedures... you name it. Mr. D tested perfectly, and I went through a few procedures (HSG, lap) to ensure my tubes were clear.
On one, last, final attempt without medical assistance prior to moving forward with the steps recommended by our RE, we found out on December 2, 2010 that we were pregnant. We welcomed Maxwell (Max) Brian to the world on August 17, 2011 and couldn't be happier. He is truly a miracle, and we've never forgotten how hard it was for us to welcome him to our family.
After Max was born, we quickly started on the journey to #2, praying that it wouldn't take too long to get pregnant again. We found out on May 26, 2012 that we were expecting Max's little brother. Mason William was born on January 30, 2013, and was the perfect addition to complete our family.
We are blessed.

July 2009: Doctor appointment. Everything looks great; it will just take time. Filled prescription of Prometrium to jump start cycle. Started temp charting and OPKs.

January - June 2009: TTC, no luck

December 2008: Last round of BCPs

2006, 2007, 2008: Traveled a ton domestically and internationally for work and pleasure, became fans of great wine, enjoyed marriage, decided to think about trying to start a family

July 2006: Married Mr. D in a huge ceremony. Complete happiness.

July 2005: Mr. D proposes by saying, "I want you to be my one and only forever. Will you marry me?"

July 2004: Met Mr. D. It was love at first sight. I actually was thinking, "I really don't want to be in a relationship right now, but it looks like he'll be in my life for awhile" prior to ever exchanging a word.